Lowther Primary School
59%
Capacity
246
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lowther Primary School
Lowther Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Richmond upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 246 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lowther Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Tuffney, it falls under Richmond upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1558th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 38 in Richmond upon Thames.
Lowther Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 30 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Lowther Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lowther Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Richmond upon Thames, Lowther Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stillingfleet Road, London, Richmond upon Thames, SW13 9AE |
| Headteacher | Mark Tuffney |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 420 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1558th of 13,686
Nationally
368th of 1,592
In London
18th of 38
In Richmond upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stillingfleet Road, London
Richmond upon Thames, SW13 9AE
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